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FG62 CEF

2012 BMW 5 Series

Silver Diesel 1995cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Jan 2024
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

189,492 mi
Last recorded189,492 miles
Recorded on14 Jan 2023
Typical for 2012 BMW 5 Series88,264 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG62 CEF
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2012
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Jan 2023 189,492 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2023 189,492 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 4 Oct 2019 159,957 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Oct 2018 147,767 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 125,540 miles

Emissions too low to detect

Pass 30 Sep 2016 109,871 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 30 Sep 2016 109,871 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 2 Oct 2015 77,870 miles

advise under trays fitted

rear centre number plate weathered

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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FG62 CEF is a 2012 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 1,995cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2012 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 81.8% with a typical mileage of 88,264 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FG62 CEF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 14 years old, this BMW 5 Series is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FG62 CEF?

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What year was FG62 CEF registered?

FG62 CEF is a 2012 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 28 September 2012.

Is FG62 CEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG62 CEF shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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